Nurse Practitioner Family Outpatient Clinic at Prairie Band, LLC – Towaoc, Colorado

Make a difference this spring—starting Spring 2026.
We’re seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner for a full-time Locum Tenens assignment at the Ute Mountain Ute Indian Health Center in Towaoc, Colorado. This opportunity allows you to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a mission-driven clinic serving a close-knit tribal community—while enjoying the outdoor lifestyle and stunning landscapes of southwest Colorado.

Learn more about the clinic and the area: Ute Mountain Ute Indian Health Center

Why Join Us:

• Full-time locum/contract assignment, up to 1 year with extension opportunities
• Adults and pediatric patient population
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday, no weekends or holidays
• Work under any U.S. license
• Previous IHS or travel/contract experience is a plus
• Experience in Family or Internal Medicine required
• Starting March/April 2026

About the Role:
As a Nurse Practitioner, you will provide comprehensive medical services, including:

• Evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients of all ages
• Counseling and educating patients, families, and community members
• Coordinating referrals to specialty care and ensuring follow-up and continuity of care
• Documenting patient contacts and maintaining accurate medical records
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications per IHS formulary, and managing patient care plans
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and adhering to all infection control and safety procedures

Qualifications:

• Strong background in Family or Internal Medicine
• Experience providing care in outpatient settings, including adults and pediatrics
• Ability to prescribe medications following IHS guidelines and formulary
• Commitment to culturally competent, patient-centered care

Additional Responsibilities:

There may be additional duties, and we encourage you to embrace new tasks as they arise! We believe in teamwork, so be prepared for any job-related responsibilities your supervisor may assign.

Indian Preference Exercised :

At Prairie Band, LLC, we proudly uphold Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. This position is designated as a Tier 2 position, meaning we prioritize qualified individuals as outlined by Section 22-2-4(B).

We can’t wait to hear from you and hope you’ll consider joining our family at Ute Mountain Ute Health Center.

Apply today to join our team!

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Must be certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

• 2 years of experience as a Family, Internal Medicine or Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
• Must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration from any State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
• Must be Board Eligible or Certified
• Active DEA license
• Must have current BLS
• ACLS, PALS preferred
• Certification of Education - copy of diploma or transcripts
• Must be a U.S. citizen living primarily in the United States
• Must be willing to pass a federal background check
• Must not require visa sponsorship (no visa holders or green card residents)
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems